Health and Wellness

6 days ago

Whatcom officials warn about new drug in regional illicit drug supply

Whatcom County Health and Community Services says that Narcan does not work on the drug, however Narcan's use is recommended to combat opioids that may be in the person's system.

1 week ago

Clams, oysters sold in Whatcom County recalled due to norovirus risk

Anyone who may have become ill from consuming the impacted clams or oysters should contact their doctor.

Person in red pants practicing chest compressions on a CPR manikin during a training drill with gloved hands.

2 weeks ago

CONTRIBUTED: First Aid and CPR (the life you save could be your own)

Raise your hand if you’ve ever pressed your lips onto Resusci Annie. For generations, locals have learned to give the…

3 weeks ago

Whatcom County reminds residents to be safe when eating locally

Anyone who suspects a food seller is operating illegally is asked to contact the Whatcom County Food Safety team.

3 weeks ago

Local medical providers seek blood donors in Whatcom County

It's asking the community to help out during a pair of upcoming blood drives next week.

3 weeks ago

Preventing Spring Pest Infestations Before They Start

By taking proactive steps in April, Whatcom County homeowners can reduce the risk of infestations, protect their property and enjoy a more pest-free spring and summer.

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2 hours ago in Sports

The Mets, Red Sox and Phillies aren’t out — but they’re very much down

Right now, FanGraphs still gives the Red Sox a 34% chance of making the playoffs, and the Phillies and Mets each a 33% chance. That means there's a decent shot one of those three teams will turn it around and reach the postseason. But so far this season has been dire for each of them.

2 hours ago in Sports

NBA postseason guide: Schedule, stories, betting odds, how to watch and more

Houston has already won a game to stave off elimination. And now, Phoenix and Denver will look to do the same. Otherwise, the first round might soon be winding down.

3 hours ago in Sports, Trending

Marathon milestone shattered: Sabastian Sawe breaks the fabled 2-hour barrier by 30 seconds

A pair of African distance runners took down what was once among the most unthinkable records in sports on Sunday, shattering the long-unapproachable two-hour barrier in the 26.2-mile (42.2-kilometer) marathon.

3 days ago in Sports

Reigning two-time champ Carlos Alcaraz out of French Open due to wrist injury

Carlos Alcaraz won't play for a third successive French Open title due to a right wrist injury. Alcaraz posted on X on Friday that neither would he appear in the preceding Italian Open in Rome, where he also won last year.

3 days ago in Sports

4 tickets to World Cup final are listed on FIFA’s resale site for more than $2 million

FIFA's resale site has four tickets on sale for the World Cup final for just under $2.3 million each. The $2,299,998.85 seats for the July 19 match at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, are located behind a goal in the lower deck in block 124, row 45, seats 33-36.